YW's Lesson

I won't go into what I taught--That's what church is for, however I found this poem on the internet and I thought it was touching. So i printed this out for the girls to have as well as gave them a little GEM to go along with the lesson. Ill post the poem for you guys as well.  It helps me remember I am not perfect and even though I have high expectations of what I want to achieve, and even though I will fall short sometimes and I just need to forgive myself.

Forgiveness

Forgiveness means that you
Can find the serenity within
To let go of the past
With its makes and regrets,
Move into the future
With a new perspective,
And appreciate the opportunity
to take a second chance.
Forgiveness means you'll find
Security again
When difficult times come
Into your life
And Comfort to relieve any pain.
You'll find new dreams, fresh hopes,
And acceptance of the heart.
Forgiveness does not mean
That you will always be perfect.
It simply means that
You'll always overcome imperfection.
Forgiveness is the road to peace-
Letting go of the worst,
Holding on to the best,
And find the hope inside
That continues through life.
Forgiveness
Is the heart's best defense,
Love's greatest asset,
And the easiest way
To keep believing
In yourself

Don't hold unto the rocks (sins) and burdens in your life, hold true to the light and the GEMS that you are!!

Love always Sister Morris